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2026 Cadillac OPTIQ

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Cadillac OPTIQ
Pictured: 2026 Cadillac Optiq 700E4. Photo: BuickCentury04, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV
Engines
Electric motor
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
EV
EV range
317 mi · 5.9 h on 240 V
Length
189.8 in
Curb weight
5,203 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Long EV rangeUp to 317 miles on a charge (EPA).
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 46 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ is a standard SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 190 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,203 lb.

The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 317 miles and takes about 5.9 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.

Trims, performance & features

Powertrain–Electric motor
DriveRWD

Trims

Sport 1Luxury 1Sport 2Luxury 2

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 OPTIQ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV189.8 in75.2 in64.6 in116.1 in63.8 / 63.8 in5,203 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
OPTIQ RWD (11 kW Charger) EV210 and 255 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)Rear-Wheel Drive317 mi · 32.0831 kWh/100mi–$700–
OPTIQ RWD (19 kW Charger) EV210 and 255 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)Rear-Wheel Drive317 mi · 32.0831 kWh/100mi–$700–
OPTIQ AWD (11 kW Charger) EV140, 155, 205 and 220 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive303 mi · 34.0237 kWh/100mi–$750–
OPTIQ AWD (19 kW Charger) EV140, 155, 205 and 220 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive303 mi · 34.0237 kWh/100mi–$750–
OPTIQ AWD V SERIES 11 kW Charger EV140, 155, 205 and 220 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive278 mi · 36.6617 kWh/100mi–$800–
OPTIQ AWD V SERIES 19 kW charger EV140, 155, 205 and 220 kW ACPMAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive250 mi · 41 kWh/100mi–$900–
9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $8,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
21.7 MPG2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ.

Similar 2026 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2026 Cadillac OPTIQ (this car)317 miNot rated3
2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class18 MPGNot rated0
2026 Tesla Model Y357 miNot rated8
2026 Porsche Cayenne19 MPGNot rated1
2026 BMW X525 MPGNot rated2
2026 Land Rover Defender20 MPGNot rated3
2026 BMW X329 MPGNot rated2

Recalls (3)

Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software · Sep 24, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V612000 · 29,347 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Cadillac OPTIQ vehicles. When closed using the key fob's express-up function, the front windows may fail to detect an obstruction and reverse direction. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Risk
A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
The body control module (BCM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N262567230. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles

Problem
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Risk
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Tires › Tread/Belt · Oct 16, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V704000 · 22,914 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.
Risk
Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252525030. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

6Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking2
Tires2
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings1
Back Over Prevention › Warnings1
Unknown Or Other1
Service Brakes1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
26/07: 126/08: 226/09: 326/0726/0826/09max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Other OPTIQ years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 OPTIQ317 mi–Not rated13

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →